Things to Do in Anderson

And while it may be less than an hour from Indianapolis, you don't have to go that far to find things to do. Seek excitement at the racetrack or simply relax in the outdoors—either way, you'll find Anderson to be a perfect place to spend time with those closest to you.

Explore the Wild Outdoors

You'll feel like you're entering another world at Mounds State Park, less than 10 minutes from downtown Anderson. Explore hiking trails that wind through lush forest, try some fishing with your little ones on the White River, or have a picnic under the wide-open views of the Indiana sky. Just be sure not to miss the park's centerpiece: a series of 10 extraordinary earthworks constructed by the prehistoric Native American Hopewell tribe more than 2,000 years ago.

Get Your Adrenaline Pumping

After a quiet picnic at Mounds State Park, White River Zip Lines offers a considerably more thrilling way to explore the forests around Anderson. Kid-friendly and open to anyone age 8 and up, White River spans more than 100 acres with a zip-line course stretching more than a mile. Test your balance on the Sky Bridges, and build up speed on the 1,000-foot Dual Racing Zip. If you still want more excitement after zip ling, head over to White River Paintball for recreational play and paintball tournaments.

Sample Local Flavors

When your stomach starts to rumble, make a beeline for the Lemon Drop. This local favorite is a classic 1950s-style diner that serves the best burgers and fries in town. For more exotic fare, The Nile serves up outstanding Mediterranean food. And if you're looking for something sweet, you'll find everything from toffee and truffles to homemade ice cream and fudge at Good's Candy Shop. Afterward, head out to MUGS Coffee and Tea Co. for some of the best small-batch coffee and hand-selected tea in the region.

Get Your Culture Fix

Check out the Anderson Center for the Arts at Binghamton University for classes, rotating exhibits and special events. In addition to its large permanent collection, you’ll find individual artist lectures and regular exhibits of contemporary visual art. If you're more into music, the Anderson Symphony Orchestra puts on remarkable concerts with special guests throughout the year.

Satisfy Your Need for Speed

If you have an itch to go fast—we mean really fast—head over to the Anderson Indiana Speedway, known as the “World’s Fastest High-Banked Quarter Mile Oval.” It’s also home to the annual Pay Less Little 500 Sprint Car Race. Catch weekly races in several stock car divisions, including Figure-8 racing and street stocks.

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